Andrew Jackson has once again received several recommendations and positive client feedback in a leading, independently researched guide to the legal profession.

In the 2026 UK edition of the Legal 500, published 1 October 2025, the firm is recognised as being among the region’s leading firms, having received praise from clients and peers across several practice areas.

Highlights from the latest edition include: –

• Eight partners recognised as ‘Leading Individuals’, following widespread recognition and endorsement from clients and peers, comprising Jonathan Dale, Andrew Funnell, Oliver Hall, Richard Hoare, Richard Mays, Geoff Phillips, Azher Quyoom, and Hugh Smith;
• Continued recognition for Helen Mellors in the ‘Hall of Fame’ for Agriculture & Estates work, and for Nick Scott as a ‘Next Generation Partner’;
• Five top tier practice area rankings, with recommendations across a further 10 practice areas; and
• Continued recognition for the firm’s shipping & transport practice in the nationally recognised London section.

Client and peer feedback is a critical part of the Legal 500’s research process. Comments in the 2026 edition include: ‘First class team with deep knowledge of the subject matter and ability to bring a fresh perspective to a legal argument.’… ‘Excellent technical knowledge with broad experience across a range of industries. Very responsive and high quality work.’… ‘The level of care and attention paid by all involved in transactions is second to none. The people are excellent, diligent, hardworking, knowledgeable, personable and honest, all key attributes for the work they undertake.’

Mark Pearson-Kendall, managing partner, said: – “Once again, it’s fantastic to read the outstanding feedback and recommendations in the latest  edition of the Legal 500. To receive such favourable feedback about our clients’ experiences of our firm is a fantastic endorsement; it reflects the collective effort of everyone across the firm, and their unwavering commitment, talent and hard work.”

The full report from The Legal 500 may be accessed here: – https://www.legal500.com/firms/106-andrew-jackson-solicitors-llp/r-england/rankings